"American Military Strike on Iran's WMD Nuclear Sites and World Leaders Praise President Trump"

"American Military Strike on Iran's WMD Nuclear Sites and World Leaders Praise President Trump"
[Washington, June 22, 2025]

The U.S. airstrikes on Iran's nuclear facilities have triggered global diplomatic unrest and raised fears of a potential new war. U.S. President Donald Trump has described the strike as a "precise and broad military success," even as world leaders emphasize the need for diplomatic efforts to de-escalate tensions.

Last Thursday, President Trump had announced that he would decide within two weeks whether the U.S. would get involved in the conflict. However, in just a matter of days, he made the decision, and early Sunday morning, the U.S. joined Israel’s military campaign.

Trump claimed,
“Our strikes on Iran’s three key nuclear sites—Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan—were precise and successful.”
He warned that if Iran attacks any U.S. targets, the response will be even more severe.

Global Reactions: Support, Criticism, and Concern

Israel:
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said,
“Peace through strength — this principle has been successfully applied today by the United States.”
President Herzog also thanked Trump, stating,
“This move has secured the safety of the free world.”

United Nations:
Secretary-General António Guterres expressed deep concern, warning:
“There is a growing risk that this conflict could spiral out of control. Only diplomacy, not military action, can resolve this issue.”

Iran’s Allies:
Hamas and Yemen’s Houthi rebels condemned the strikes and vowed retaliation.
The Houthis called on Muslim nations to:
“Unite in resistance against the arrogant Zionist-American force.”

China:
State broadcaster CGTN questioned:
“Is the United States repeating the same mistake as the 2003 Iraq War?”
They cautioned that repeated military interventions in the Middle East have led to prolonged instability.

Lebanon:
Prime Minister Nawaf Salam stated,
“Lebanon must stay out of this conflict.”
While Hezbollah’s future role remains uncertain, its military capabilities have already suffered significant setbacks.

United Kingdom:
Prime Minister Keir Starmer said,
“Iran’s nuclear program poses a serious threat. What’s urgent now is getting Iran back to the negotiating table.”

European Union:
EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas stated,
“There is no alternative to diplomacy in preventing nuclear proliferation.”
She has called an emergency meeting of the 27 EU member states for Monday.

New Zealand:
Foreign Minister Winston Peters said,
“This is one of the most alarming crises I’ve seen. Now is the time for dialogue, and nothing else.”

Australia:
Australia has already shut down its embassy in Tehran.
The government said,
“We’ve taken note of President Trump’s remarks. This is a time for peace, not provocation.”